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Different Methods of Laundering

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Community Science (Home Science)

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Topics in Different Methods of Laundering

1

Methods of Washing

  • Friction washing is suitable for strong fabrics like cotton and involves rubbing, brushing, or beating to remove dirt.
  • Suction washing is used for pile fabrics like towels where brushes can damage the surface.
  • Kneading and squeezing is a gentle method for delicate fabrics like silk, rayon, and woolens.
2

Care Labels and Symbols

  • Care labels provide instructions on how to wash, dry, iron, and dry clean garments.
  • They are made of cloth or ribbon and attached inside the garment at the neckline or waist.
  • ASTM care symbols use universal icons: washtub (washing), triangle (bleaching), square (drying), iron (ironing), circle (dry cleaning).
3

Dry Cleaning and Stain Removal

  • Dry cleaning uses solvents instead of water to remove dirt and grease from delicate fabrics.
  • It prevents shrinking, color fading, and loss of shape in sensitive materials like silk and wool.
  • Spot cleaning at home can be done using absorbents (like talcum powder) or solvents (like white petrol).
4

Storage of Textiles

  • Clothes should be clean and dry before storage to prevent insect damage and mildew.
  • Woolen and silk garments are prone to moth attack; cotton and linen can be damaged by silverfish and mildew.
  • Protective measures include brushing, airing, using repellents like camphor or neem leaves, and proper packing.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Laundering Methods and Textile Care

Washing MethodsFabric Type and Fiber PropertiesCare LabelsDry CleaningStain Removal and Pre-TreatmentStorage of Textiles

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Different Methods of Laundering covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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